Tubular expanded polytetrafluoroethylene implantable prostheses

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1994-08-12

1997-09-09

Brittingham, Debra S.

Prosthesis (i.e., artificial body members), parts thereof, or ai

Arterial prosthesis

Stent structure

623 11, 623 66, A61F 206, A61F 202

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056651147

ABSTRACT:
An implantable prosthesis comprising an expanded polytetraethylene member having pores present in its wall structure wherein said pores contain a solid insoluble biocompatible, biodegradable material of natural origin. A process of preparing said prostheses is also disclosed.

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